Family: Iridaceae (eye-rid-AY-see-ee) (Info) Genus: Dietes (dy-AY-teez) (Info) Species: flavida (FLA-vid-uh) (Info)
Category: Perennials
Height: 18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Spacing: 18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Hardiness: USDA Zone 8a: to -12.2 °C (10 °F) USDA Zone 8b: to -9.4 °C (15 °F) USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F) USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)
Sun Exposure: Sun to Partial Shade
Danger: Unknown - Tell us
Bloom Color: Gold (Yellow-Orange) White/Near White
Bloom Time: Mid Spring Late Spring/Early Summer
Foliage: Evergreen
Other details: Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Soil pH requirements: Unknown - Tell us
Patent Information: Unknown - Tell us
Propagation Methods: By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets) From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting: Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
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